IDA FallDocs | The Last of the Sea Women | Q&A Panel

IDA's FallDocs, formerly known as IDA Screening Series, is a curated collection of the most acclaimed documentary films of the year. We combine films and their creators with industry insiders and film enthusiasts throughout the award season. IDA’s FallDocs hybrid event presents films in person and online via IDA's Eventive virtual platform.

The Last of the Sea Women follows the haenyeo divers of South Korea’s Jeju Island who are renowned for centuries of diving to the ocean floor—without oxygen —to harvest seafood for their livelihood. Today, with most haenyeo now in their 60s, 70s, and 80s, their traditions and way of life are in imminent danger. This documentary unfolds an uplifting tale of women, young and old, taking on world powers to protect their beloved ocean.

This conversation features Director Sue Kim, Co-Producer Courtney Crockett, and Editor Erin Casper, moderated by filmmaker Sue Ding.